Security at the Alberta legislature was at normal levels on Wednesday following the shootings in Ottawa and Parliament Hill but tours have been cancelled for the day.
A spokeswoman for the Alberta Solicitor General said security is being re-examined in light of the ongoing situation in Ottawa.
Alberta Premier Jim Prentice tweeted that he was shocked by today’s events and sent his thoughts and prayers to the soldier who was shot at the National War Memorial.
In regards to security, Prentice said in a statement that the province is being “vigilant.”
“We have robust security that includes armed Sheriffs, security instruments and protocols with the Edmonton Police Service,” he said. “No further details will be disclosed publicly for security reasons.”
Like all Albertans and Canadians, I’m shocked by the tragic events that have occurred in our Nation’s Capital. #ableg #cdnpoli
— Jim Prentice (@JimPrentice) October 22, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Canadian soldier shot while guarding the National War Memorial in Ottawa. #ableg #cdnpoli
— Jim Prentice (@JimPrentice) October 22, 2014
Alberta MPs Linda Duncan, James Rajotte and Laurie Hawn say they are safe. Health Minister Rona Ambrose, an Edmonton-area MP, is also secure.
The legislature in New Brunswick is closed for the day. Legislatures in Ontario and Nova Scotia have increased security.
Source:: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/ottawa-shootings-alberta-reaction-1.2808945?cmp=rss
